Stimulating senses, growing minds: Baby Sensory
Sensory play is the smartest start for little learners.
Science tells us that a baby’s brain develops faster in their first year than at any other time in life. With every sound, texture, and sparkle of light, new neural connections form – laying the groundwork for everything from movement to language.
That’s why sensory play is more than fun; it’s foundational. Enter Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense, a much-loved programme developed by UK experts that’s now a world leader in sensory play. Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense programmes are both run at their welcoming Tuam Street Sensory Centre, each themed session is tailored to different stages of development from birth to four years.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
“At Baby Sensory, we’re not just filling an hour with activities, we’re supporting some of the most important moments in a child’s development,” says the programme’s owner Lucy Hamdulay. “It’s incredibly rewarding to watch babies respond, connect, and grow in confidence each week.”
Led by trained facilitators, the sessions also provide a warm, connected community for parents. “It’s a beautiful way to bond, learn, and make memories together,” Lucy says.
The North Canterbury team helps brings the magic to more families across the region. In a world where babyhood passes in the blink of an eye, Baby Sensory Christchurch offers a rare chance to slow down, tune in, and celebrate every little milestone.
